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Help Hurricane Harvey Victims: Where To Donate #HoustonStrong

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I watched the news reports from Texas and was horrified at the scale of this disaster. I grew up on the Jersey shore where I’ve been evacuated due to storms, but I have never seen this level of disaster. I also ask for recommendations for local charities from colleagues. So, I’m donating there as well.

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Understanding the Psychology of Why Donors Give to Nonprofits

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When a major event happens, such as the pandemic, wars, or natural disasters, they make a decision for the donor that this is the wrong time to be asked for a gift. Prefer to donate to local charities or make a long-lasting impact through their investments. See giving as a family tradition and seek to teach their children generosity.

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Three Ways To Help Support Hurricane Relief in Puerto Rico

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I usually take a three-prong strategy for disaster relief. I have my go-to global organizations that do a great job at relief efforts on the ground, set up funds for long-term rebuilding, or do a terrific job of vetting local charities to support. As we watch reports of a disaster, we can give directly to people on the ground.

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How You Can Help Haiti Relief Efforts

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Last weekend, the island of Haiti was hit hard by not one, but two, natural disasters. The good news is that no matter how far you are from Haiti, you can still help those impacted by these disasters. Their focus is on the well-being of children and families. On August 14 th , a 7.2 Louis d’Ayiti.

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What A Pandemic Teaches Us About Innovation and Corporate Giving

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We’ve all faced the impact of COVID-19 – from job loss to home-schooling our children to mental health concerns, or much worse – but in keeping with the resiliency of the human spirit, the scale and scope of the pandemic has driven innovation. A look back at 2020 shows that unprecedented challenges often lead to unexpected opportunity.

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How to Help After the Maui Wildfire

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To ensure that your money is going to the right places, use tools like Charity Navigator , Candid (formerly GuideStar) ,and TEOS (tax-exempt organization search) to evaluate the legitimacy and impact of the organizations you’re donating to before you give. You can donate and sign up to volunteer here.

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How to Help After Hurricane Ian

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When donating, 100% of your gift will go toward the disaster relief operation you choose. UNICEF USA is working on the ground to provide children and families support in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian with safe drinking water, hygiene and sanitation kits, medicine, nutrition and more. Donate here to provide support.